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11-17-2022, 11:11 AM | #1 |
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Power Bastards 250a alternator??
looking to get some feedback from someone who has one
I have full OEM Audio + system, aftermarket headunit, aftermarket cabin/head/tail lights, and some various engine/fuel system mods that are 12v. I notice that I get a noticable dimming when turning on ac/fog lights and even some drops in idle rpm when releasing clutch. I got a new battery with much higher rating and that has helped some but interested if this would be a better permanent solution. Thanks in advance |
11-17-2022, 09:35 PM | #2 |
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i would consider the 'big 3' before a bigger alternator...
i'm running a 950w amped system and a dome light unlike anything else. i don't have any dimming issues, but only upgraded the battery ground.
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I know a lot of people run these power bastard alternators on WRX/STI's so im really surprised to see no one using them on the 86 |
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11-20-2022, 04:04 PM | #4 |
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no sense in upgrading the alternator power cable, while leaving the ground return path undersized.
it's like running a marathon with 1 oversized shoe, and one undersized shoe...
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